Enjoy the lighter side of Welsh Lamb and Welsh Beef

There is nothing like tucking into a roast dinner of Welsh Lamb or Welsh Beef with all the trimmings. Moreover, you cannot beat a hearty dish of Welsh Beef bourguignon with steamy mashed potato or a saucy Moroccan spiced Welsh Lamb shepherd’s pie. However, did you know that you could also enjoy the lighter side of Welsh Lamb and Welsh Beef without compromising on flavour? Below, we offer some top tips to eating healthier and offer some delicious recipe inspiration to get your tastebuds tingling! Eat lighter to feel brighter There are many benefits of eating lighter meals and in particular in the evening when our bodies prepare to unwind. These benefits include better sleep, digestion, metabolism, focus, and blood pressure control. Lean red meat, eaten in moderation and as part of a healthy balanced diet, is a great option for lighter eating, ensuring we get a hit of the essential vitamins and minerals our bodies need.

1. Eat proteins earlier in the day| Red meat is a natural and excellent source of protein, which can help to minimise feelings of hunger and decrease overall energy intake.
2. Boost your iron status | Red meat is a rich source of iron, which helps reduce tiredness and fatigue. Eating lean red meat alongside plenty of greens can boost our iron status!
3. Keep it light and early| Eating a lighter meal in the evening, not too close to bedtime, can help our bodies to digest food and use the nutrients more effectively.
4. Eat good fats earlier in the day | Fat is a source of energy and provides essential fatty acids that the body cannot make by itself. Grass fed red meat contains Omega-3, which is essential for brain health.

  Hints and tips to keep things light Small is beautiful… …as the saying goes and this is true when it comes to how much food you put on your plate. Portion control will not only help you monitor your intake, but it also means you can keep the rest to enjoy another day!   The bit on the side Green vegetables and salads are the perfect accompaniment, especially during the warmer summer months. You can still enjoy a Welsh Lamb lasagne or a Welsh Lamb ragu pasta pie – just dodge the stodge and swap chips or garlic bread for something lighter like a salad or green veg.   Recipe collection We have put together some of our favourite recipes to help you eat lighter, but still packed with that unmistakeable flavour of Welsh Lamb and Welsh Beef. From luscious Welsh Lamb light bites to bright and breezy Welsh Beef wonders – there is plenty to choose. Sensational salads  [caption id="attachment_7611" align="alignleft" width="300"] Welsh Lamb superfood salad[/caption]               [caption id="attachment_7645" align="alignleft" width="300"] Welsh Lamb and broad bean salad[/caption]               [caption id="attachment_3156" align="alignleft" width="300"] Welsh Beef winter salad[/caption]               Finger-licking tasty titbits  [caption id="attachment_7618" align="alignleft" width="300"] Crispy Welsh Lamb medallions Peking style[/caption]               [caption id="attachment_7619" align="alignnone" width="300"] Crunchy Welsh Lamb lollipops[/caption] [caption id="attachment_7630" align="alignnone" width="300"] Sticky Welsh Lamb riblets[/caption]     Neat eats [caption id="attachment_8290" align="alignleft" width="300"] Crispy Welsh Lamb pancakes[/caption]               [caption id="attachment_7610" align="alignnone" width="300"] Welsh Lamb, pesto and feta pizza[/caption] [caption id="attachment_5195" align="alignleft" width="300"] Welsh Beef mini pizzas[/caption]                 Stir-fries and curries [caption id="attachment_7602" align="alignleft" width="300"] Welsh Beef katsu[/caption]               [caption id="attachment_7617" align="alignleft" width="300"] Fiery dragon Welsh Lamb stir fry[/caption]               [caption id="attachment_7615" align="alignleft" width="300"] Crispy chilli Welsh Beef[/caption]                   Something special [caption id="attachment_7626" align="alignleft" width="300"] Rack of Welsh Lamb with a herby mustard crumb[/caption]               [caption id="attachment_7621" align="alignnone" width="300"] Featherblade Welsh Beef steak with chimichurri[/caption] [caption id="attachment_7623" align="alignnone" width="300"] Leg of Welsh Lamb with coconut, chilli and coriander[/caption]   Hints and tips for cooking with Welsh Lamb and Welsh Beef  For more hints and tips on how to cook healthily with Welsh Lamb and Welsh Beef, visit our Health pages.